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Permanently Discontinued

APO-CICLESONIDE

APOTEX INC

This is a national manufacturer shortage report. It does not confirm whether the product is unavailable at your local pharmacy — call ahead or ask your pharmacist.

Quick answers

Is APO-CICLESONIDE discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that APO-CICLESONIDE 50MCG has been permanently discontinued (last updated December 21, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is APO-CICLESONIDE not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusPermanently Discontinued
Same-ingredient products on file3 products
Affected strength50MCG
Last updated2018-12-21

Other Products Containing the Same Active Ingredient

These are other Health Canada-approved human drug products containing the same active ingredient, not currently reported in shortage. Strength, dosage form, and route can still differ — ask your pharmacist whether any of these are appropriate for you. This isn't a guarantee of current stock.

Other Products

OMNARIS HFA

TAKEDA CANADA INC

50MCG · DIN 02404311

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

OMNARIS

COVIS PHARMA GMBH

50MCG · DIN 02303671

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

ALVESCO

COVIS PHARMA GMBH

100MCG · DIN 02285606

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean I need to switch medications right away?

Not necessarily right away, but this product will not be returning to the market.

What should I do?

Talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your options well before your current supply runs out.

DIN

02417316

Strength

50MCG

Dosage Form

SPRAY, METERED DOSE

Route

NASAL

Active Ingredient

CICLESONIDE

See all CICLESONIDE products →

Shortage History